Kansas City, KS Area Guide

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Kansas City, KS

Kansas City, KS is, surprisingly a suburb of Kansas City, MO, though it has its own culture and attractions which make it unique from the better known Kansas City. It is the third largest city in Kansas, after Wichita and Overland Park. The job industry in the city has grown rapidly in the past few years, making it an ideal place for almost anyone looking for work.

Kansas City is home to some very large employers, including General Motors Fairfax Assembly Plant, University of Kansas Hospital and the University of Kansas Medical Center. It has excellent opportunities for education, with plenty of public schools, and the city houses the University of Kansas' Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health. This makes Kansas City the ideal location for young people and families alike.

Although Kansas City is not known for its outdoor recreation, it does have several parks, including the Wyandotte County Lake Park. Those interested in shopping can find all they need at shopping centers such as Legends Outlets and Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, MO. These shopping centers also offer plenty of restaurants and entertainment.

Public transportation exists in Kansas City, KS but it is very basic and consists of busing. Most people prefer owning a car in Kansas City and the low cost of gas makes that decision even easier. Groceries are also low in cost, due to the supermarkets in the city. If you don't own a car, biking is a possibility but the city does not have nearly as many biking lanes as other cities in the US.

The cost of living in Kansas City is relatively low, with an average rent of around $800. However, Kansas' minimum wage is incredibly low, at only $7.25 an hour, or the same as the federal minimum wage. Compared to other cities in the United States, this is subpar and some people might find trouble living comfortably at that rate. However, if you have an education you might have more luck in getting a higher paying job in the area and can take advantage of the low cost of living.

Kansas City is a great place for people interested in attending the University of Kansas' School of Medicine and families who make more than the minimum wage from their employment. Overall, the city is rapidly growing and the job market has gone up with the population consistently. If you would like a slower life than you would find in larger cities, Kansas City might be the perfect place for you to start a new life. The people are certainly friendly and the area has room for plenty of further development into the future.